A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Southeast Michigan, including Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, and surrounding areas, from 3:57 PM to 6:30 PM on March 16th, warning of intermittent snow showers leading to reduced visibility and icy conditions on roads as temperatures drop into the upper 20s with gusty winds up to 40 mph. Motorists … Read more
The Milan Area Schools Board of Education approved new labor agreements with two employee groups and created a new leadership role for its growing early childhood program during its March 11 meeting. Trustee Sara Meray was absent. In her absence, Trustee Cassie Prior served as acting secretary. All other board members were present. Board members … Read more
The Gelman Plume has finally been added to the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). On March 12, the EPA announced it was adding the Gelman Sciences Inc. site to the list of the nation’s most contaminated sites. The agency issued a press release on the announcement. Designation “With this … Read more
In a critical move to protect consumer health, Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC is issuing a nationwide recall of certain honey products due to undeclared active ingredients. The recall, announced on March 14, 2026, affects Boner Bear Honey, Red Bull Extreme, and Blue Bull Extreme, which have been found to contain sildenafil and tadalafil—active … Read more
The Milan Boys Swimming and Diving Team ended their season with a trip to Holland for the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) State Finals this past weekend. The Sun Times News connected with Coach Dan Heikka to see how it went. “We swam season best times and competed hard,” Heikka said. Since the formation … Read more
The Greater Milan Area Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Skilled Trades Scholarship, which supports students pursuing hands-on career training. The $1,000 scholarships are open to students of any age pursuing skilled trades and technical careers. Eligible fields include plumbing, electrical work, cosmetology, nursing and other career training programs. Dave Snyder, president of the … Read more
Two Oakland County high school students are encouraging people to spend less time on phones and other digital devices through a health awareness campaign called The Unplug Project. Students Anushka and Ruha created the project as part of a Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competition focused on community health education. “We’re competing in an … Read more
Marelvi van Reesema (center) accepts her Woman of CSB Award. Photo: Chelsea State Bank (CBS) Chelsea State Bank presented the fifth annual Woman of CSB Award to Marelvi van Reesema, for her longstanding commitment to childcare and preschool excellence in Chelsea, which has impacted countless families in her 30+ year career. “It is my distinct … Read more
Milan High School (MHS) Productions’ spring musical was the classic Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, which ran through March 14. Cinderella premiered as a feature animated film in 1957 and opened on Broadway in March 2013. Junior Violet Burdette was phenomenal in the lead role Ella. She gave a poised performance that combined a youthful innocence … Read more
A Wind Advisory with moderate severity is in effect for Southeast Michigan, including areas such as Shiawassee, Genesee, and metro Detroit, from 11 AM Sunday to midnight Sunday night, warning of south winds reaching 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph, posing risks of property damage and power outages. * WHAT…South winds … Read more
Leaders from the Milan Area Fire Department recently traveled to Lansing to seek $696,000 in state funding to replace the department’s aging tanker truck, a vehicle firefighters say is essential for protecting much of the rural area they serve. A new fire tanker can cost $1 million or more, according to Capt. Sean Meyer of … Read more
The upcoming BRAG Ann Arbor Home Show has something for everyone, and has expanded to over 180 exhibitors, filling seven buildings at the sprawling Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds. Vendors offer their services and products at an expo and marketplace teeming with the latest technology in building materials, design trends and more. The BRAG Ann Arbor … Read more
Why one road gets repaired before another in Washtenaw County often comes down to a combination of road condition, safety concerns and available funding. Officials with the Washtenaw County Road Commission explained how those decisions are made during a recent online “Road Chat,” where residents can ask questions about road projects and maintenance. How Roads … Read more
Milan City approved the creation of a new senior advisory committee at its March 3 meeting, a group city leaders say will take a broader look at services and needs for older adults and could help oversee use of the city senior millage. The committee will not include a representative from Milan Seniors for Healthy … Read more
Geek Brush Studio announced a solo exhibition featuring the work of Sue Craig, one of Chelsea’s most prolific artists. The exhibition, on view now through the end of April, showcases a curated collection of Craig’s original oil paintings, watercolors, pastels, and watercolor-pastel combinations, a body of work that captures the spirit of Chelsea, the surrounding … Read more
Geek Brush Studio announced a solo exhibition featuring the work of Sue Craig, one of Chelsea’s most prolific artists. The exhibition, on view now through the end of April, showcases a curated collection of Craig’s original oil paintings, watercolors, pastels, and watercolor-pastel combinations, a body of work that captures the spirit of Chelsea, the surrounding ...
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